SOMEONE "ASKED" THE GEESE

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As with most animal behavior, God had a good reason for including that in their instincts.

As each bird flaps it's wings, it creates uplift for the following.

In a V formation, the whole flock adds at least 71o/o more flying range then if each flew alone.

Whenever a goose falls out of formation, it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of trying to fly alone...and quickly gets back into formation.

Like geese...people who share a common direction and sense of community,can get where they are going quicker and easier than those who try alone.

When a goose gets tired, it rotates back into the formation and another flies at the point position. If people had as much sense as geese,they would realize that ultimately their success depends on working as a team, taking turns and doing the hard tasks and sharing leadership.

Geese in the rear of the formation honk to encourage those up front to up their speed. It is important that our honking from "behind" be encouraging. Otherwise it's - well - honking.

When a goose gets sick or wounded, two other geese drop out of formation and follow it down to help provide protection. They stay with the unhealthy member of the flock until it is either able to fly again or dies.

Then they launch out again with another passing flock or try to catch up with their own.

May we be so sacrificial, that we may be worthy of such friends, in our time of need.

YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A SCIENTIST....

....to learn from God's marvelous creation; you only need to stop long enough to observe and let God reveal His wonders to you.

"Ask the beasts,and they will teach you; and the birds of the air, and they will tell you; and speak to the earth; and it will teach you; and the fish of the sea will explain to you. Who among all these does know that the hand of the Lord has done this ?" Job 12:7-9

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Merle Ann Johnson 6 years agofrom NW in the land of the Free

CORRECT....

George 6 years ago

Someone asked the geese, but God, in His unerring way, told them. One has only to look around and see the wonderful things that nature has given us.

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Merle Ann Johnson 9 years agofrom NW in the land of the Free

Leif..You are new to me and Thank you very much for your comment...G-Ma :o) hugs

C.S. Thanking you also my dear...and it is so true..they are God's creature's and all have a purpose and lesson's learned.....G-Ma :o) hugs

C.S.Alexis 9 years agofrom NW Indiana

G-Ma, The same attributes of geese definitely go a long way when found in human behavior. This hub is interesting, we do not give the animal kingdom near the credit they deserve. Thank-you so much for this info.

Leif 9 years agofrom East Coast USA

This was so good. Thank you G-Ma Johnson.

Leif

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Merle Ann Johnson 9 years agofrom NW in the land of the Free

Sally...my dear..you have brought the biggest smile to me..thank you ! A weekly column huh? You are something to behold. And I also have the geese flying over all the time..You can hear them from a long ways away. The first time I ever saw them in a V formation and flying low; we were on the boat just about sunset...I thought I was in Heaven..I had never seen such a beautiful sight in my life...as those majestic birds flying over head.....

I have been close to Bald Eagles,,they got some of my chickens..and they are also something else to watch..Like when one took a neighbors cat....when they catch fish right out of the waters... God has made such a wonderful place for us.......Thank you for your sweet comment ...G-Ma :o) hugs

Sherri 9 years agofrom Southeastern Pennsylvania

I live near a large pond that is a stop on geese migration routes. When the geese take off and land, their flight path is often right over my backyard. By the time they get here, either coming or going, their honking is pretty much over with, and their altitude is low. It is so beautiful to look up, see their beautiful underbellies, and hear nothing but the air as it moves over, under, and through their wings. The perfect team, working in harmony, focused on the task. A sight to behold.

If not a book, G-Ma, then how about a nationally syndicated weekly column?

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Merle Ann Johnson 9 years agofrom NW in the land of the Free

Granny..Thank you for your comment...and no I haven't seen that movie...sounds interesting though. Will look for it... G-Ma :o) hugs

Granny Smith 9 years ago

Very good subject and hub. Thank you! We can learn from the lower species, we're not so high and mighty after all, are we? God has his ways of keeping us humble. Have you seen the movie &quot;Fly Away Home&quot;? Your hub reminded me of it. It's a very uplifting and encouraging movie.

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Merle Ann Johnson 9 years agofrom NW in the land of the Free

...and thank You trish..you are new to me..welcome to the hubs. honk honk..G-Ma :o) hugs

trish1048 9 years ago

Wow! not only did I learn something new today, the parallel between animals and humans is truly amazing. I believe geese mate for life, but I didn't know they were a comfort and support to one of their fallen,,,,how touching!

You did make me chuckle when you stated, 'well, it's just honking' :) I can identify with that, seems some folks in my workplace do just that,,,honk!

Thanks for a beautiful article!

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Merle Ann Johnson 9 years agofrom NW in the land of the Free

Well once again Sam I say Thank You,,you are always there for me and encouraging me...I have the feeling you already have this lesson learnt....And hopfully the best is yet to come ? ha ha G-Ma :o) hugs

soyelude 9 years agofrom Lagos - Nigeria

We sure have a lot to learn from other creations of God...reach out with a helping hand to those in need...selflessly. Another lesson learnt from you G-ma. I told you long ago that we are yet to see the best of you!! Brilliant Hub.

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Merle Ann Johnson 9 years agofrom NW in the land of the Free

Thanking you for your comment and glad you also enjoyed it..I was pleased with it too,very enlightning to me...G-Ma :o) hugs

In The Doghouse 9 years agofrom California

G-Ma

His evidences are everywhere for us to see, aren't they? This was so cool, thank you for sharing the story.

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Merle Ann Johnson 9 years agofrom NW in the land of the Free

Well what a sweet thing to say..I wish I was a writer..I guess I could go back to school..lot's of us older folks do that these days. and I must agree with you as far as being the lowest in many ways...not all..I guess we all have our purpose and need to know that in our hearts....like the geese do and work together. I especially found that 2 would go down with one that was injured and stay with it very wonderful......there are lessons to be learned Thank you sweetie for your comment...G-Ma :o) hugs

jooles01 9 years ago

I studied animal behaniour as part of my degree, but I missed this G-Ma. It's a beautiful post. Yes, there are many lessons to learn by looking to the animal kingdom. We often think or ourselves as the 'highest' species. There are moments when I think we are the lowest. You should write a book G-Ma. Another fantastic hub!

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Merle Ann Johnson 9 years agofrom NW in the land of the Free

Thank You sweetie..It was news to me..but very well done and of course God's will be done...I always have believed in anture and the plants that are here for us to use for medical reason's as well as healthy ones. Too bad we didn't take more advise from the first inhabitants about these things...Everyday I see the miracles of nature....the wonder of it all...G-Ma :o) hugs

Rhym O'Reison 9 years agofrom Crowley, Tx

I have heard about this before and it always amazes me when people can see evidence of such intelligent design yet still claim there is no designer. Thank you for the great reminder.